Regarded as one of the most entertaining performers in Canada of any musical genre, rock 'n roll, boogie-woogie pianist Michael Kaeshammer is a world-class musician, a 'cool' singer, and a charismatic showman who connects with any concert-hall audience as though he was entertaining guests in his own living room. Kaeshammer's performances, on record and on stage, are an invitation to join the party. Don't miss Kaeshammer's return to Meaford, Monday April 25! "For me the performance is as much about the energy coming off the stage as the energy coming from the audience. It's about being myself, writing from the heart and showing my love for life. That's what I want to convey. After the show, people ask me, 'do you really have that much fun?' And I say 'you don't know the half of it. It's even more exhilarating than it looks'." – Kaeshammer
A night with Michael and his band isn't the kind of show where you just sit, watch and applaud politely every now and then. Their goal isn't to intimidate you with the scholarly depth of their music, it's to entertain, inform and include you – A wild ride with no fixed destination except where he feels he and the crowd want to go. On stage and on record it's all about drawing the audience in. That's where the joy is, pure and simple. When Michael steps on stage he'll greet
Grey Bruce Chapter of Autism Ontario and the Tom Thomson Art Gallery are continuing their partnership with the launch of another Blueprint Project this spring. The six-week Blueprint Project kicks off at the TOM on Saturday, April 16 and is designed for children, ages 5 – 15, who are on the Autism Spectrum. The program runs weekly from 1:00pm to 3:00pm and is free for families dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Grey & Bruce Counties.
Instructor Monica Matei describes the program: "One of the key concepts of the Blueprint Project is to promote success by focusing on what kids can do, rather than on what they can't do. Areas of difficulty should be supported, but they should not be the main focus. Changing the focus from disability to ability, and promoting that success in turn, fosters good self-esteem and self-efficacy." The Blueprint Project offers a unique opportunity for children with ASD to be less literal and concrete in self-expression, and it offers a non-threatening way to deal with processing emotions. The concrete, visual characteristics of art help the children to relax and enjoy themselves while they are learning social skills in a controlled environment.
The Tom Thomson Art Gallery is pleased to invite its members, volunteers, sponsors and supporters to attend the Gallery's Annual General Meeting and Volunteer Appreciation Reception to be held at the Gallery on April 14, 2016 from 6 to 8 PM.
There will be door prizes and guests will receive 20% in the Gallery's Gift Shop on most ...
It is with great sadness and respect that we say a fond "baamaapii gwabmin" to Basil H. Johnston, a dear friend, renowned author, celebrated storyteller and tireless promoter of the Anishinaabe language as he makes his journey across the path of stars.
Basil Johnston wrote over 15 books in English and five in Ojibway, with the most recent title on the eve of publication when Basil passed away in September 2015. Candies: a humour composite is a collection of comedic essays and short stories that express Basil's wry humour.
A memorial book launch for Candies will be held at The Ginger Press, Owen Sound, on Sat. May 7 starting at 2 p.m. All are welcome to celebrate the life of a remarkable man. Basil was born in Wasauksing First Nation in 1929, and he was a member of the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. Over the course of his life, Basil was honoured with many awards and accolades, including the 2013 Ontario Arts Council Aboriginal Arts Award, Order of Ontario, three honorary doctorates and the Anskohk Aboriginal Literary Lifetime Achievement Award.
Two brothers, Joe and Phil Klages, decided that Desboro needed somewhere to have more intimate concerts, since the Community Centre was torn down in 2009. The opportunity appeared when the Anglican Church came up for sale. They saw the potential and took the chance to contribute to the community.
After a year of renovations, the Desboro Music Hall is finally ready to open its doors with its inaugural year. We will host a monthly Concert Series from April – October. It is also available to the community for hall rentals. This gives people the choice of an intimate, warm space to hold their event or meeting.
Desboro Music Hall is kicking off its Concert Series with a Grand Opening Concert on April 30, 2016 featuring
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